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campion

cam·pion

UK/ˈkæmpiən/ US/ˈkæmpiʌn/ rare

noun

1.

any plant of the genus Silene

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Origin

Likely from Middle English campion, a variant of champioun; see champion. In classical times, the rose campion was fitted in garlands used to crown victors.

Phrases

  • alpine campion
  • bladder campion
  • evening campion
  • meadow campion
  • morning campion
  • moss campion
  • red campion
  • rose campion

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